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Living in Austin & Suburbs
Georgetown, Texas keeps showing up on "best places to live" lists for good reason. The charm of its historic downtown, the proximity to Austin, and an increasingly impressive range of neighborhoods make it a serious contender for families, military households, and anyone ready to trade city congestion for a little more space. Here's a closer look at three communities that genuinely stand out — each one distinct, each one worth your attention.
If you're drawn to a brand-new community with big upside, Berry Creek Highlands deserves a hard look. This master-planned development is bringing over 1,000 homes to Georgetown, with a mix that includes single-family and multi-family options. The two primary builders are David Weekley Homes and Ashton Woods Homes, both known for flexible floor plans designed to adapt to real family life — not just look good in a model home.
Berry Creek Highlands is still in development, which means some of the amenity details are still being finalized. Here's what's confirmed or expected:
The community sits just off Highway 195, which gives you a direct shot south toward Austin or north toward Fort Hood. That military connection is worth noting — if you're stationed at Fort Hood and want to live somewhere with more charm than Killeen or Copperas Cove, this corridor is a smart move. You also get easy access to IH-35 and Toll 130, which means:
David Weekley homes in Berry Creek Highlands start at $370,000 for the base price. That's before lot premiums, upgrades, or fixture selections — but the base floor plans are genuinely livable. These aren't plans full of wasted hallways and dead-end spaces. You get usable square footage from the start.
One standout construction detail worth knowing: David Weekley frames their homes with 2x6 lumber instead of the industry-standard 2x4. That means a structurally stronger home and better insulation — which translates to real soundproofing and energy efficiency over time.
If Berry Creek Highlands feels like a large-scale development, Lakeside at Lake Georgetown is its quieter, more intimate counterpart. With around 200 homes total, this is what I'd call a pocket community — planned, but not master-planned. The difference matters.
Don't expect a resort-style amenity center here. What you do get:
The community's identity is tied closely to its natural surroundings. Lake Georgetown is right there, meaning fishing, hiking trails, and outdoor barbecue areas are essentially part of the package.
The location is one of this community's strongest selling points:
The featured builder here is Coventry Homes, which has a strong reputation for quality finish-out and thoughtful use of interior space. The starting price is around $750,000, and final pricing depends heavily on the finish selections you make — flooring, fixtures, and upgrades all factor in.
One important note: inventory here is very limited. This isn't a neighborhood where you can take your time deciding. If a home in Lakeside fits your criteria, you need to move.
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